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Health Bite: Electrolyte 101

Health Bite: Electrolyte 101

Sports drinks like Gatorade have done a great job highlighting the need to replenish electrolytes, but does anyone know what they are and why they’re important? Hi I’m Rachel Eslick with today’s AgNet West Health Bite. Electrolytes are essential minerals that exist in the body, like sodium, calcium and potassium. When we sweat, some of those minerals are excreted too. Ever accidentally taste…

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Health Bite: Produce That Hydrates

Health Bite: Produce That Hydrates

The weather is warming up and I’m dishing about what produce you can eat to help you stay hydrated.  Hi I’m Rachel Eslick with today’s AgNet West Health Bite. It’s not quite summer yet, but with temperatures climbing, it’s more and more important to stay hydrated. If you’re outdoors for any stretch of time, you know it’s critical to your well-being. Sweating in the heat means we’re losing fluid…

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Health Bite: Smoothie Season

Health Bite: Smoothie Season

Today we’re talking about drinking a healthy and delicious meal and the best way to do it. Hi I’m Rachel Eslick with today’s AgNet West Health Bite. My personal relationship with frozen smoothies is directly related to the weather. The higher the temperature, the more likely I am to pull out the blender and make a refreshing meal in a cup. When done right, smoothies can be a fantastic snack,…

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Health Bite: Sleep More to Lose Fat

Health Bite: Sleep More to Lose Fat

Today we’re talking about sleep and why it’s good to get more of it when you’re trying to lose weight. Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com Hi I’m Rachel Eslick – with today’s AgNet West Health Bite. We all know how important it is for babies and small children to get their rest, and it’s also critical for adults. Sleep makes pretty much everything better, including efforts to lose weight. Studies…

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